Dental Hygienist

Heartland Dental; Buckeye (AZ); On-site; USD 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Retirement savings plans

Paid time off (PTO)

Continuing education opportunities

Job summary

Heartland Dental is seeking a skilled Dental Hygienist to join the team in Buckeye, Arizona. This position emphasizes patient care through communication and education, as well as collaboration with a dedicated team.

The ideal candidate will hold a valid dental hygienist license in Arizona and possess a degree in dental hygiene. Benefits include competitive health insurance, paid time off, and continuing education opportunities for professional growth.

Qualifications

• Current dental hygienist license in Arizona and an Associate’s or Bachelor’s degree in dental hygiene.
• Excellent working knowledge of dentistry, dental hygiene procedures, and patient screening.
• 1–2 years of clinical experience preferred.

Responsibilities

• Provide care and education to patients for optimal oral health.
• Work as part of a collaborative team focused on communication and growth.

Skills

Knowledge of dentistry and dental hygiene procedures

CPR Certification

Clinical adaptability

Education

Associates or Bachelor’s degree in dental hygiene

Current dental hygienist license in Arizona

Tools

Velscope

Diagnodent

Digital scanner

Digital X-rays

Electronic medical record systems

Job description

Village Grove Dental Care is looking for a Dental Hygienist to join our team located in the Verrado community in Buckeye, Arizona. This position is part of Heartland Dental, the nation's largest dental support organization, where supported doctors and hygienists work as independent clinical leaders who provide the highest quality dental care and patient experiences.

Role Overview

As a Dental Hygienist, you will be an integral member of the patient care team, providing time, care, and education to patients to help them achieve optimal oral health. You will work within a collaborative, 17‑person team that values communication, community, and professional growth.

Benefits

• Competitive benefits including health insurance and retirement savings plans, six paid holidays, and paid time off (PTO)
• Continuing education opportunities to develop your full potential and enhance your clinical skills
• Access to an expansive network of mentors with 1:1 hygiene mentorship support and networking opportunities
• Unparalleled business support and high‑quality supplies and labs to deliver exceptional patient care
• Opportunity to be part of a secure company with 20+ years of industry experience that offers a stable career with unlimited growth potential

Minimum Qualifications

• Current dental hygienist license in Arizona and an Associate’s or Bachelor’s degree in dental hygiene (where required)
• Excellent working knowledge of dentistry, dental hygiene procedures, dental patient screening, and medical history documentation
• CPR Certification

Preferred Experience

• 1–2 years of clinical experience
• Experience using Velscope, Diagnodent, digital scanner, digital X‑rays, and electronic medical record systems
• Desire to continue learning and grow clinical skills to meet patients' needs and provide preventative care and overall maintenance of dental health
• Clinical adaptability to meet the evolving needs of the office

Physical Requirements

• Ability to perform essential duties as deemed necessary by the Office/Doctor/Heartland Dental with or without reasonable accommodation. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential duties of the position.
• Prolonged periods of sitting and standing
• Must be able to lift and carry up to 45 pounds at times
• Availability to attend virtual training sessions (or in‑person) periodically throughout the year
• TB test required for all new hires in dental office positions, except in FL & TN. The test will be arranged during the pre‑employment process.

EEO Statement

At Heartland Dental, we’re committed to living our core values which promote diversity and inclusion. We provide all employees and applicants for employment the protections of federal, state, and local laws affording equal opportunity in employment.